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Maple Walnut Apple Cake 

Yields6 ServingsPrep Time20 minsCook Time50 minsTotal Time1 hr 10 mins

This is a variation of the much-loved apple cake that has appeared in several of my cookbooks. The original recipe is from the from the Budget Cutters Cookbook that appeared in The London Free Press in November 1982.

 2 cups  apples, diced (skins left on)
 1 egg
 ¼ cup white granulated sugar    
 ¼ cup maple syrup 
 ⅓ cup  brown sugar
 ¼ tsp cinnamon 
 ¼ cup vegetable oil    
 1 cup chopped walnuts
 1 cup flour   
 1 tsp baking soda
 ¼ tsp salt
 ½ cup chopped dates or raisins 
1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the apples and egg.

2

Stir in the white sugar, maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon and oil.

3

Stir in the walnuts.

4

Stir in the flour, baking soda and salt.

5

Add the dates and stir.

6

Spoon into a greased and floured 8-in. (20cm) pan and bake at 350F (180C) for 40-50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

6 servings

Serving size